Medieval Indian History MCQs
Multiple choice questions on Medieval Indian History for General Studies and GK preparation of SSC, NDA, CDS, UPSC, UPPSC and State PSC Examinations.
1. Who was the Qazi-ul-Quzat in the Mughal Empire?
[A] Head of the Finance Department
[B] Censor of Public Morals
[C] Supreme Authority in Justice
[D] Head of Charitable Organizations
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Correct Answer: C [Supreme Authority in Justice]
Notes:
During the era of the Mughal Empire, the “Qazi-ul-Quzat” served as the Supreme Authority in Justice. With the extensive nature of the empire, it was arduous for the emperor to oversee all matters related to justice. Hence, Qazi-ul-Quzat was appointed for this significant role and was responsible for administering justice based on Muslim Law.
2. Chachnama is the oldest chronicle of which of the following regions?
[A] Kashmir
[B] Gandhar
[C] Sindh
[D] Punjab
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Correct Answer: C [Sindh]
Notes:
At the time of Arab Invasions, Sindh was under Raja Dahir who reigned till 712 AD from his capital Brahamanabad. He was the last Hindu Ruler of Sindh and parts of Modern Punjab (Pakistan). The Arab conquest of Sindh is mentioned in the oldest Chronicle of Sindh called Chachnama.
3. Which of the following regions was known as Jejakabhukti in early Medieval India?
[A] Rohelkhand
[B] Bundelkhand
[C] Deccan
[D] Saurastra
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Correct Answer: B [Bundelkhand]
Notes:
Bundelkhand was known as Jejakabhukti, which roughly corresponds to the old Mahajanapadas of Chedi. The notable Kings among notable kings among the Chandels of Jejakabhukti were Dhanga, Ganda and Parmal. The legacy of the Chandelas of Jejakabhukti lies in their art and architecture, most notably for the temples at their original capital Khajuraho.
4. Which of the following Mughal Emperors was known as Firdaus Manzil?
[A] Mohammad Shah Rangila
[B] Shah Alam II
[C] Farrukhsiyar
[D] Rafi ul Darjat
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Correct Answer: B [Shah Alam II]
Notes:
Ali Gohar, historically known as Shah Alam II, was the sixteenth Mughal Emperor and the son of Alamgir II. He is also known as Firdaus Manzil. Shah Alam II became the emperor of a crumbling Mughal empire.
5. During the reign of Devaraya II which of the following famous temples were built in Vijaynagar empire?
[A] Hampi
[B] Hazura
[C] Belgaum
[D] None of them
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Correct Answer: B [Hazura]
Notes:
Hazura was built by Devaraya II which is one of the famous temple in the VIjaynagar empire. The greatest of the Sangama dynasty rulers, Devaraya II was an able administrator, an ambitious warrior and a man of letters.
6. Jujhar Singh, who was a Bundela Chief had revolted against:
[A] Jahanagir
[B] Shahjahan
[C] Aurangzeb
[D] Akbar
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Correct Answer: B [Shahjahan]
Notes:
Jujhar Singh (14 March 1691 – 22 December 1705), the second son of Guru Gobind Singh, was born to Mata Jito at Anandpur Sahib. He revolted against Shahjahan.
7. Which among the following was a unit of Mughal Empire for the purpose of Administration and Revenue Collection?
[A] Paraganas
[B] Subahs
[C] Parautis
[D] Grama
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Correct Answer: B [Subahs]
Notes:
The subhas held the primary position of revenue collection among them and looked after revenue and finance, but kept an overview of all matters of expenditure and related departments recording all imperial orders and assigning duties.
8. Alamgirnama was written by whom ?
[A] Mulla Daud
[B] Dara Sikoh
[C] Mirza Muhammad Qazim
[D] Mutamid Khan
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Correct Answer: C [Mirza Muhammad Qazim]
Notes:
Mirza Muhammad Qazim was the author of book “Alamgir-Nama”. The book gives the chronicle of the contemporary events covering the first decaded of the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb’s reign.
9. Who among the following was the greatest painter of animals and birds in the court of Jahangir ?
[A] Ustad Mansur
[B] Govardhan
[C] Majhar Ali Khan
[D] Nainsukh
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Correct Answer: A [Ustad Mansur]
Notes:
Ustad Mansur was a court artist of Jahangir, who specialised in depicting plants, animals and birds and was bestowed the title Nadir-ul-‘Asr (“Miracle of the Age”) by the Mughal emperor Jahangir for his extraordinary talent in painting. He is best known for two paintings viz. siberian crane and Bengal Florican and also remembered for a famous painting on Dodo, now an extinct Bird.
10. How many ordinances was issued by Jahangir ?
[A] 10
[B] 11
[C] 12
[D] 13
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Correct Answer: C [12]
Notes:
For the welfare of an empire, the Mughal emperor Jahangir issued the 12 ordinances called as Dastur-ul-Amal (or 12 rules of code of conduct). The excerpts of the ordinances are
a) abolished the Tagma’ and “meerwahi” toll taxes.
b) banned the manufacture and sale of the intoxicants.
c) Banned animal slaughter for two days i.e. i.e. Thursday (on his Coronation day) and Sunday (the day of his father Mughal empeor Akbar died).
d) Disallowed the mutilation of the limbs of the criminals, etc.
